Upcoming Community Homelessness Advisory Board Meeting
Upcoming Community Homelessness Advisory Board Meeting will be May 13, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.
May 8, 2024
Local emergency managers need your help to update Hazard Mitigation Plan
Northern Nevada is at risk for 13 identified natural and man-made disasters, and local governments work hard to plan for those disasters and practice ways to mitigate the damage. The Washoe region is currently reviewing and updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan and...
Washoe County releases 2024 PIT Count
Washoe County released the results of the January 25, 2024, Point in Time (PIT) count, showing a slight increase in the single-day count while comparative reports show an overall decrease in homelessness over time. The PIT Count is an annual, in-person count of the number of people experiencing homelessness in Washoe County and is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
HSA Calls on Business Community to Support Hundreds of Foster Families
New Foster Connect Program launches during Foster Care Month.
Statement from the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office
The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office (WCRMEO) has positively identified a man who was found dead in November 1984 in Reno.
Second Judicial District Court commemorates National Treatment Court Month
May is recognized as National Treatment Court Month, an opportunity to highlight the Specialty Courts programs for those in the justice system with substance use, mental health, or co-occurring diagnosis. The Second Judicial District Court (SJDC) Specialty Courts serve more than 750 participants a year.
Farm Day returns to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Celebrate spring with Farm Day by bringing the family to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park’s Nevada Farms and Families area with activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday April 28.
Washoe County appoints Behavioral Health Administrator Julia Ratti
Washoe County has hired Julia Ratti to fill the newly created position of Behavioral Health Administrator. This position was created in January this year to oversee the assessment and improvement of a regional system of care for mental health and substance use...
Second Judicial District Court hosts ‘Lawyer in the Library’ special event sponsored by the Northern Nevada Women Lawyers Association
The Washoe County Law Library of the Second Judicial District Court has partnered with the Northern Nevada Women Lawyers Association to host a special Lawyer in the Library event to celebrate Law Day 2024. It will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Washoe County Law Library at 75 Court St. in downtown Reno. No registration is required. First come, first served.